A dispute erupted during a House Armed Services Committee hearing when Rep. Seth Moulton challenged US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth over the effectiveness of the American blockade of Iranian ports, underscoring ongoing disagreements within government over Iran policy strategy.
During a state dinner at the White House, President Donald Trump claimed that King Charles III had agreed with his stance on Iran. The assertion raised concerns about breaches of diplomatic protocol, as discussions between American presidents and British monarchs are traditionally kept confidential. The statement also placed the British monarch in a delicate position regarding questions about royal neutrality.
Late-night host Jimmy Kimmel responded to Trump's remarks from the White House South Lawn, using humor to address certain statements the president had made. Separately, King Charles delivered remarks before a joint meeting of Congress that included a lighthearted reference to Trump's proposed East Wing ballroom project, injecting moments of levity into what was otherwise a substantive address.
The Trump administration has pressured ABC to terminate Jimmy Kimmel over controversial comments he made regarding first lady Melania Trump. However, Disney, which owns ABC, has publicly backed the host. This effort at pressure comes amid separate FCC action challenging ABC's station licenses, adding another layer of complexity to the dispute.
The Department of Justice has filed a second indictment against James Comey, the former FBI director, according to sources familiar with the matter. The development marks an escalation in legal actions related to the Trump administration.
Republicans on Capitol Hill have revived their push to gain congressional approval and funding for Trump's proposed White House ballroom. However, lawmakers from both major parties remain divided on the proposal, with no clear consensus emerging on whether to move forward with the project.
